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281 W 2nd St # A1, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$629,000
$549,000
Est. $3,537/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
860
Sq Ft
$638
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
96
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$80,000 Listed Apr 7, 2026 • MLS# 73497564 Copied! • Updated Jul 14, 2026

About this home

Welcome to 281 W 2nd St #A1, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home offering effortless first-floor living in the heart of South Boston. Spanning 860sf this condo features a well-designed layout with excellent flow and two generous bedrooms, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Recent upgrades include new flooring, fresh paint, soundproofing and the addition of central air and heat, delivering both modern comfort and efficiency. Enjoy access to a shared backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Common laundry is conveniently located in the basement. Perfectly positioned just moments from South Boston’s top restaurants, shops, and public transportation, this home presents a compelling opportunity to own a move-in ready condo in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
18.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Jul 3, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 2, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 22, 2026
$549,000 $50,000 (-8.35%)
From $599,000 to $549,000 (-8.3%)
Price Reduced
May 6, 2026
$599,000 $30,000 (-4.77%)
From $629,000 to $599,000 (-4.8%)
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Apr 8, 2026
New showing requirements
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Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$629,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Adler Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Previous Transaction - MLS #72690578
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 1, 2020
$514,000
MLS #72690578

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $3,806 $656,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,806
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$244
Monthly
Assessed Value
$656,000

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 860 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $3,806
Assessed Value $656,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $244 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures 10 Units In Two Buildings - 6 Units In Building A Where This Unit Resides. 4 Units In Building B.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building A1
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 98 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
860 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
F
Condon K-8 School
0.2 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Perkins Elementary
0.6 mi
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
Middle School Academy
0.4 mi
UP Academy
0.4 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Boston Collaborative High School
0.4 mi | #389 of 346 | Score: 22.8
Dropped 2 spots from last year
210 students Diverse
Grades 09-12
F
Excel High School
0.5 mi | #332 of 346 | Score: 26.2
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.1 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
11 sports • 241 athletes
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 10-12
Excel High
0.5 mi
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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Neighborhood

South Boston

281 W 2nd St # A1, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sarah Adler
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-242-0025
Agent MLS ID CN239555
Office MLS ID AN6194
Listing Data Updated Jul 14, 2026 11:18 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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